Black River Outdoors
Kayak Fishing & Eco Tours | Female & Veteran Owned
4.9 on TripAdvisor (1,140 reviews)
About Black River Outdoors
Services & Specialties
- Veteran Owned
- Female Owned
- Guided Kayak Tours
- Kayak Fishing
- River and Inlet Tours
Hours & Availability
- Daily at 7am
- Guided Tours and Fishing Trips ONLY
- 2-4 Hr Trips and Tours
What to Expect on a Black River Outdoors Trip
Black River Outdoors is a guide service, not a walk-up rental counter — every trip goes out with a guide, and that’s the point. The signature offering is the four-hour guided kayak fishing trip, which puts you on the tidal creeks and grass flats where redfish, flounder, and speckled trout feed. The fishing kayak, rods, tackle, and bait are all provided, so the only thing you need to bring is a South Carolina saltwater fishing license (see our license guide) and sun protection.
Trips launch early — the day starts at 7am — which lines up with the calmest water and the most active bite. The guide handles route selection around that day’s tide, so you spend the morning fishing rather than navigating. For paddlers who’d rather watch than cast, the river and inlet eco tours cover the same marsh and blackwater habitat at a slower pace, with the wildlife as the draw.
Why It Stands Out
Two things set this operator apart on the inlet. First, it’s female- and veteran-owned, and reviewers consistently mention the guides by name — the kind of feedback that comes from small, personal trips rather than a big rental fleet. Second, the guided-only format means beginners get real instruction: reviewers who had never kayak-fished before describe leaving with fish and with a working understanding of how the tide moves them. If you’re new to kayak fishing and want to skip the trial-and-error, this is the trip to book. Read more about what to expect in Your First Kayak Fishing Trip in Murrells Inlet.
Black River Outdoors FAQs
What species does Black River Outdoors target?
Redfish, flounder, speckled trout, and more, per their trip description — species focus shifts with the season and tide, so ask when booking what’s biting.
Do I need my own gear or a fishing license?
All equipment and bait are provided on guided fishing trips. You’ll still need your own South Carolina saltwater recreational fishing license — see our license guide.
Can I just rent a kayak from Black River Outdoors?
No — Black River Outdoors runs guided tours and fishing trips only. For self-guided rentals, see the other operators on our Rentals page.
Is a guided kayak fishing trip good for beginners?
Yes — the guide handles route, tide timing, and rigging, which is exactly what first-time kayak anglers struggle with on their own.